plastic pipe. Protective gloves are recommended for use when solvent cementing. If hands come into contact with cement, use a waterless abrasive soap. Avoid sources of heat or open fames when solvent cementing. Do not smoke. Always chamfer and deburr pipe ends. Use the proper solvent cement (note; air shipments of solvent cement are forbidden by law). Always replace lids on cans when not in use. Never dilute solvent cement. Keep jointing surfaces dry in wet weather. Avoid direct inhalation of fumes. Use in a well-ventilated area. Wine up spills or leaks immediately with clean lintfree cloth or paper towels. Follow recommended cure times prior to testing the system. Prevent excessive solvent cement from running into the pipe or ftting socket. The Integrity of air sampling systems may be affected if proper CPVC solvent cement is not used. Xtralis disclaims responsibility for any air sampling pipe system constructed with cements other than those recommended. Installation Instructions Main sampling pipes (3/4) diameter shall be installed as follows: Air sampling pipe network calculations shall be provided by Xtralis or a Certifed Xtralis VESDA distributor. All solvent cemented connections shall be assembled in accordance with Xtralis recommendations. Maximum support spacing for main sampling pipes shall not exceed 5ft. Hangers and supports used shall be free of rough or sharp edges and shall not bind the pipe from movement. End caps shall be solvent cemented to each main sampling pipe, and drilled with a hole as specifed by the ASPIRE2 Modelling Program. Sampling holes shall be 5/64 diameter, or otherwise appropriately sized to achieve the specifed system performance as specifed and calculated by the system design. Sampling points shall not be spaced at more than 30ft intervals. Each Sampling Point shall be identifed with a label. Minimum OD of all Capillary tube shall be 3/8. Maximum length of any Capillary tube shall not exceed 20ft. The Capillary tube shall terminate at an approved ceiling sampling point.
Aspirating Pipe and Fittings
VESDA PIPE Quality Air Sampling Pipe and Fittings Manufactured in Strict accordance with ASTM F442 to SDR 13.5 dimensions. Fittings per ASTM F438; solvent cement per D2564. Pipe and ftting materials per ASTM 01784; NSF Listed Materials. Design Per Xtralis VESDA System Design Manual, and ; Local codes and standards may apply Handling and Storage Care should be taken at all stages of handling, transportation and storage. Brief exposure to direct sunlight may cause discoloration but will not affect physical properties. Piping must be covered with a non-transparent material when stored outside. This covering must provide adequate air circulation above and around the pipe as required to prevent excessive heat absorption that can result in discoloration and deformation of the product during long term storage. Pipe should be properly supported in storage to prevent sagging or bending. Pipe should be stored at the job site on level ground in the packages provided. Caution must be exercised to avoid compression, damage or deformation. Thermoplastic pipe must not be stored close to heat producing sources such as heaters, boilers, steam lines, engine exhaust etc. Although Xtralis VESDA piping products are tough and corrosion resistant, they should not be dropped, have objects dropped on them, nor subjected to external loads. Pipe must not be dragged across the ground or over obstacles. Impacts such as dropping from sizable heights and/or rough handling should be avoided, particularly in cold weather. The product shall be inspected for any scratches, splits or gouges that may have occurred from improper handling or storage. These sections must be cut out and discarded.
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The contents of this document are provided on an as is basis. No representation or warranty (either express or implied) is made as to the completeness, accuracy or reliability of the contents of this document. The manufacturer reserves the right to change designs or specifcations without obligation and without further notice. Except as otherwise provided, all warranties, express or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability and ftness for a particular purpose are expressly excluded. This document includes registered and unregistered trademarks. All trademarks displayed are the trademarks of their respective owners. Your use of this document does not constitute or create a licence or any other right to use the name and/or trademark and/or label. This document is subject to copyright owned by Xtralis AG (Xtralis). You agree not to copy, communicate to the public, adapt, distribute, transfer, sell, modify or publish any contents of this document without the express prior written consent of Xtralis. www.xtralis.com The Americas +1 781 740 2223 Asia +852 2297 2438 Australia and New Zealand +61 3 9936 7000 Continental Europe +41 55 285 99 99 UK and the Middle East +44 1442 242 330 Part: 18882 Fire Resistance Flammability Rating V-O UL 94 Flame Retardant Limiting Oxygen Index 60 ASTM D2863 Flame Speed 0 ULC Smoke Generation 0-25 ULC Flame Travel 4 UL 1887 Optical Density 0.19 Peak 0.03 Avg.UL 1987 Heat of Combustion 7,700 BTUs/lb. Physical ASTM Cell Classifcation 23447 D1784 Specifc Gravity 1.55 D792 Tensile Strength 8400 psi D638 Modulus of Elasticity 4.23 x 10-5 D638 Compressive Strength 9600 psi D695 Izod Impact 3.0 D256A Coeffcient of Linear Expansion 3.4 x 10-5 Upper Temperature Limit 200F Electrical Conductivity Non-conductor Solvent Cementing Solvent cement welding is a simple and quick means of constructing high integrity leakfree joints. Care must be used to ensure that the correct solvent cement is used and that joining instructions are followed properly.
BEFORE APPLYING SOLVENT CEMENT appropriate safety precautions must be taken. Be aware at all times of good safety practices. Solvent cements are fammable. Eliminate all ignition sources. Do not smoke during use and do not expose to other sources of heat or fame in working or storage areas. Avoid breathing vapors. Use only with adequate ventilation. Explosion proof mechanical ventilation or local exhaust is recommended to maintain vapor concentrations below recommended exposure limits. In confned areas, a NIOSH approved organic vapor cartridge respirator with full-face piece is recommended. Cement should be stored in the shade at temperatures between 40F and II0F Containers should be kept tightly closed when not in use, and covered as much as possible during use. Avoid contact with eyes. Splash proof chemical goggles are recommended. Avoid frequent contact with skin. Wearing PVA coated gloves and an impervious apron are recommended. Solvent cements have a limited shelf life and must be used prior to the expiration date. Refer to printed warnings on cement can and Material Safety Data Sheets for additional information. Joining Procedures The following procedure MUST be followed: The pipe must be cut square. Cutting the pipe as squarely as possible provides a maximum bonding area. Xtralis VESDA pipe can be cut easily with a wheel-type plastic tubing cuttet ratchet style cutter or fne toothed saw. Care must be taken not to split the pipe if a ratchet type cutter is used, particularly at colder temperatures. Remove all burrs and flings, and place a slight bevel on the pipe end. A fle or chamfering tool is suitable for this purpose. A proper bevel will ease entry of the pipe into the ftting socket and prevent solvent cement from being wiped from the joining surfaces during assembly. Wipe loose dirt and moisture from the ftting socket and pipe end by using clean dry rag. Check the dry ft of the components being joined to ensure compatibility. The pipe should enter the ftting socket 1/4 to 3/4 of the way. If the pipe bottoms with little interference ft use extra solvent cement when making the joint. Using the appropriate size applicator (a dauber or natural bristle brush 1/2 the size of the pipe diameter being joined) apply a heavy even coat of one-step cement to the outside pipe end while working into the surface. Apply a medium coat of cement to the ftting socket. If there was little interference during the dry ft apply a second coat of cement to the pipe end at this time. It is important to work quickly so that the cement is still liquid (to allow surfaces to slide) when pipe and ftting are assembled. Immediately insert the pipe completely into the ftting socket while rotating the pipe 1/4 turn. Properly align the ftting for installation at this time. The pipe must bottom to the ftting stop. Hold the assembly for 10 to 15 seconds to ensure initial bonding. A continuous bead of cement should be evident around the joint. Wipe off excessive cement with a rag (excessive cement can cause over-softening resulting in damage). The assembly must be allowed to set without any stress on the joint for 1 to 5 minutes. The assemblies must be allowed to cure properly prior to use. Cure times are a function of pipe size, temperature, humidity and tightness of ft. Refer to following cure times: Pipe Temp Temp Temp Size 60F to 120F 40F to 59F 0F to 30F 3/4 & 1 1 1/2 hour 4 hour 48 hour For estimation purposes, approximately 270 joints can be made per quart of Xtralis VESDA CPVC one-step cement. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. * Aspirating Pipe and Fittings VESDA PIPE